2008 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva 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 200 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 931 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Niva 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 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Savana | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
