2001 BMW M vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 845 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M | Savana |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 117 L |