2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 962 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9.
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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z9 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
