2006 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 Dodge Challenger.
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 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Savana | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
