2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1398 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
