2007 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Savana | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |