2008 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1322 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2011 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-350. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-350 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 117 L |
