2003 BMW 320 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
