2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 811 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Maverick | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
