2006 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2006 GMC Savana and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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 (353 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
