2006 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 GMC Savana.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fusion | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |
