2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 141 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 117 L |
