2001 BMW 318 vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 1 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 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 845 kg more than 2001 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 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2000 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 318 | Savana |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 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 |