2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana.
Because 2006 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 2006 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
