2007 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 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 157 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Savana | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
