2006 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 137 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. 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 Zafira, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
