2009 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Savana | LW |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
