2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Taurus | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 117 L |