2008 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager

To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Lancia Voyager. 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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 Lancia Voyager. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Savana 2012 Lancia Voyager
Make GMC Lancia
Model Savana Voyager
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Van Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 2777 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 76 L


 

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