2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 260 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 917 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | 4Runner | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 117 L |
