2004 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2006 GMC Savana.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-250 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 117 L |
