2006 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana.
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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Savana | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
