2006 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 344 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Savana | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |