2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |