2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1472 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |