2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Aspen and 2008 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 326 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Aspen | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
