2008 GMC Savana vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 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 152 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 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 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
