2006 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Cerato | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
