2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
