2008 Acura MDX vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |
