2006 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
