2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Xterra | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
