2006 GMC Savana vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Savana | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 148 L |
