2006 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 192 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1497 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |