2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 154 kg more than 2011 GMC Savana. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |