2010 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Savana 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 472 kg more than 2011 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Savana | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Highlander |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |