2008 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden UTE 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 641 kg more than 2004 Holden UTE. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Savana | UTE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
