2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | 300 | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 117 L |