2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 796 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Subaru | GMC |
Model | Forester | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |