2007 GMC Savana vs. 2008 GMC Savana

To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 518 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana. 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 2008 GMC Savana. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Savana 2008 GMC Savana
Make GMC GMC
Model Savana Savana
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Van Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5358 cc 4802 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 279 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 399 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2659 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 117 L


 

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