2008 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Savana | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
