2001 BMW X5 vs. 2004 GMC Savana
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 382 kg more than 2001 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (391 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2004 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |
