2006 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 908 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Savana | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
