2010 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 261 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2012 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2421 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
