2006 GMC Savana vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. 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 162 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1367 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Savana | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2630 mm |