2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 GMC Savana

To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Sebring 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 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 100 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 664 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Sebring 2006 GMC Savana
Make Chrysler GMC
Model Sebring Savana
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2737 cc 5963 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 12 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1873 kg 2537 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 6210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3940 mm
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 117 L


 

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