2006 GMC Savana vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (353 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Savana | Acadia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |