2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Touareg | Savana |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2137 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |