2008 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1482 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Lantra 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.
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2008 GMC Savana | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Savana | Lantra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |