2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Ford F-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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1611 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-350 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 117 L |
