2006 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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 (353 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | Routan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
