2006 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2006 GMC Savana and 2006 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 162 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 537 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima. 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 Kia Optima, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Savana | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |