2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 GMC Savana.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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 (353 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. 2006 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Aveo | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 117 L |
