2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 409 kg more than 2013 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Savana |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2809 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 117 L |
