2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 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.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Spider | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 117 L |