2008 GMC Savana vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 857 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Savana | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2810 mm |
