2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
