2007 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis

To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 658 kg more than 2004 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Thesis 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 2004 Lancia Thesis
Make GMC Lancia
Model Savana Thesis
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5325 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 309 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 75.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2353 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 75 L


 

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