2000 GMC Savana vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Savana | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
