2010 GMC Savana vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 912 kg more than 1999 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Savana | Outback |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
