2008 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 9 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
