2009 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu I-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu I-350 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 703 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
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 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Savana | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
Make | GMC | Isuzu |
Model | Savana | I-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |