2006 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 809 kg more than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |