2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranger | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2141 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
