2006 GMC Savana vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 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 226 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 922 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. 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) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
