2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1552 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion 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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fusion | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |
