2007 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2007 GMC Savana and 2007 Nissan Note 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 233 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1371 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Note has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Note 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 GMC Savana | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Savana | Note |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 46 L |