2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1387 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-350 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
