2008 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2008 GMC Savana and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Savana | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 399 Nm | 410 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |