2008 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Celica 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1473 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica. 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, 2004 Toyota Celica, 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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
