2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana.
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, 2009 GMC Savana (260 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford ST 460 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford ST 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | ST 460 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
