2009 GMC Savana vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Savana | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
