2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Expedition | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 117 L |