2008 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Savana | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
