2006 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 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, 2006 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 998 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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 (353 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
