2008 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
