2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Highlander | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Highlander | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |