2005 GMC Savana vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (276 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Savana | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
