2006 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 196 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1387 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Savana 2000 Honda Civic
Make GMC Honda
Model Savana Civic
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5963 cc 1491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2537 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 45 L