2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 584 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Trans Sport | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
