2008 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Savana | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |