2009 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Savana | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Savana | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |