2009 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, both 2009 GMC Savana and 2009 Hyundai Entourage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana.
Because 2009 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
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2009 GMC Savana | 2009 Hyundai Entourage | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Savana | Entourage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |