2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z3 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 117 L |
