2008 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1291 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2004 Honda S2000 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 | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Savana | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |