2008 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Savana | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |
