2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |