2006 Acura RL vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.

Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura RL 2010 GMC Savana
Make Acura GMC
Model RL Savana
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3473 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 117 L


 

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