2006 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Barina 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 211 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1477 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. 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, 2001 Holden Barina, 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Savana | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2500 mm |
