2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 451 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |