2007 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2007 GMC Savana.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-350. 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Savana | E-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |