2006 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, both 2006 GMC Savana and 2006 Alfa Romeo GT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 137 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Savana | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |