2000 GMC Savana vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana 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 49 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Savana | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Savana | 318 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |