2006 GMC Savana vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 260 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1722 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | GMC | Smart |
Model | Savana | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 22 L |