2006 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 GMC Savana and 2006 Opel Astra 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 181 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1393 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 Astra, 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
