2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Uplander | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
