2009 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Lexus ES
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Savana 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 33 more horse power than 2012 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 800 kg more than 2012 Lexus ES. 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, 2012 Lexus ES, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2012 Lexus ES | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Savana | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
