2008 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Savana | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |