2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 260 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 568 kg more than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Nitro | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Nitro | Savana |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |