2006 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 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 103 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
