2007 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
