2012 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1800 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Savana | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
