1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 763 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Caprice | Savana |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |