2006 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2006 GMC Savana and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. 2006 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 GMC Savana | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Savana | Multivan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |