2009 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1720 kg |
