2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (447 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tahoe | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
