2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | F-150 | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |