2009 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 746 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
