2006 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Savana | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 205 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |