2008 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 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 179 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 931 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. 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 Peugeot 306, 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Savana | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
