2001 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 567 kg more than 2001 GMC Envoy.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Envoy | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
