2006 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 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 199 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 924 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Savana | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |