2008 GMC Savana vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1427 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Savana | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |