2008 Ford GT vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |
