2008 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 790 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Savana | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |