2006 GMC Savana vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 769 kg more than 1999 Nissan President. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1999 Nissan President | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Savana | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3040 mm |