2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
