2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | 350Z | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
