2006 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
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 Mercury Sable, 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 (400 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Savana | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
