2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 GMC Savana

To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 309 kg more than 2002 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford F-250 2007 GMC Savana
Make Ford GMC
Model F-250 Savana
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Pickup Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 5358 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 256 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 2659 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 3440 mm


 

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