1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 758 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Savana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
