2006 Honda Civic vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Civic | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 6600 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 117 L |