2007 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
