2008 Lexus LS vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 562 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS.
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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus LS | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lexus | GMC |
Model | LS | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 117 L |