2006 MG ZT 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 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZT would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 MG ZT. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2006 MG ZT. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZT. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZT. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2006 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2006 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | MG | GMC |
| Model | ZT | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
