2007 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2009 Nissan Maxima, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
