2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1605 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | E-150 | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |