2007 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 7 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Savana | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |