1995 BMW 318 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 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 145 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
