2006 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 493 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Savana | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |