2008 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1611 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Savana | F-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 115 L |