2006 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 777 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Savana | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
