2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1311 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
