2007 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 5 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima. 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 2011 Nissan Maxima. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Savana | Maxima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1606 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 Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |