2010 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera 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 202 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Almera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
