2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1372 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2010 GMC Savana
Make Honda GMC
Model Accord Savana
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 505 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1354 kg 2726 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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