2008 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2008 GMC Savana and 2008 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki XL7 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, 2008 Suzuki XL7 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Savana | XL7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |