2004 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 391 kg more than 2004 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Ram | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |