2001 GMC Safari vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari 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 108 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 398 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. 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 2001 GMC Safari. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Safari | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
