2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 863 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | STS | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |