2003 BMW 730 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 631 kg more than 2003 BMW 730. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 730 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 730 | Savana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |