2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1457 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Terios | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
