2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 1189 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |