2008 GMC Savana vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Because 2008 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Savana | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
