2006 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
