2008 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 54 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 341 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Savana | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 81 L |
