2008 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 201 kg more than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Savana | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |
