2008 GMC Savana vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena 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 205 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 631 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Serena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
