2006 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Savana | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 148 L |
