2006 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. 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 136 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 422 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Savana | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
