2007 GMC Savana vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 GMC Savana.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Savana | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |