2008 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Soarer 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 847 kg more than 2004 Toyota Soarer. 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 Soarer, 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2630 mm |
