2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 893 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |