2007 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Savana | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
