1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 848 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Intrepid | Savana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
