2006 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 906 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Savana | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
