2009 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (192 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 917 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Savana | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Savana | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1633 kg |