2006 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1207 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |