2007 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 847 kg more than 2004 Lexus LS. 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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2004 Lexus LS | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Savana | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 84 L |