2006 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 217 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Savana | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| 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 | 281 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
