2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
