2004 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (295 HP) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1363 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (448 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (195 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 34 L |
