2011 GMC Savana vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Terrain. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Terrain 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 78 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 679 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Savana | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Savana | Terrain |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |