2010 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 954 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
