2011 GMC Savana vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 341 kg more than 2003 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Savana | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Savana | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 3050 mm |
