1998 BMW 325 vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 896 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
