2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 941 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Guara | Savana |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3440 mm |