2006 GMC Savana vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF 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 151 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2005 MG TF. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | GMC | MG |
| Model | Savana | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
