2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 798 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ranger | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 117 L |