2006 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Savana | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |