2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 846 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | Wrangler | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
