2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2008 Proton Savvy

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 2008 Proton Savvy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Proton Savvy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vivant (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Savvy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Vivant 2008 Proton Savvy
Make Chevrolet Proton
Model Vivant Savvy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 74 HP
Torque 176 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 69.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 76.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 14.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1306 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.7 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 40 L


 

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