Those who operate businesses that involve hauling cargo understand the need for a reliable cargo van. The best place to look for a good van will naturally be with one of the big auto manufacturers in the world. GM is the second largest auto manufacturer while Ford is the fourth largest car maker on the planet at the moment. Comparing the 2011 GMC Savana 1500 and the Ford E-150 will therefore be a battle between giants who have been in the auto industry long enough to produce reliable cargo vans that will deliver on capacity, power, and efficiency. We will be comparing the two vehicles in order to see which of them will carry the day and get to carry your cargo.
Performance
The GMC Savana 1500 has a 4.3l, V-6 engine that delivers 195hp and 260lb-ft of torque. This rear wheel drive vehicle can tow a maximum recommended weight of 5,900lb. On the other hand the Ford E-150 has a 4.6l, V-8 engine that delivers 225hp and a maximum torque of 286lb-ft. It is also a rear wheel drive vehicle that can to up to 6500lb of cargo. It is quite clear that the Ford takes round one and is the better option for those who are primarily looking for a powerful cargo van.
Fuel Efficiency
As always fuel consumption is better with smaller engines. The GMC Savana 1500 has a 31 gallon fuel tank and is able to give 15 miles to the liter in city traffic and about 20 miles on the highway. The Ford E-150 on its part will give an average of 13 miles to the gallon in city traffic and about 17 miles on the highway. It has a 33 gallon fuel tank and is obviously the less efficient of the two when only considering the fuel consumption. » Read more: GMC Savana 1500 Vs Ford E-150
