2008 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 664 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Savana | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 115 L |