2008 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 821 kg more than 2006 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2006 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Savana | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |