2006 GMC Savana vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 170 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Savana | Stagea |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2730 mm |