2008 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1394 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 Kia Rio, 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 (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Rio | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
