2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy.
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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |