2008 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 221 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Savana | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |