2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sportage | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Sportage | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |