2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Colorado | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
