2006 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2006 GMC Savana and 2006 Opel Agila 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 241 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1597 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. 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 Opel Agila, 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2006 Opel Agila | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Savana | Agila |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |