2007 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (454 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Savana | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
