2004 BMW 320 vs. 2011 GMC Savana

To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1288 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 320 2011 GMC Savana
Make BMW GMC
Model 320 Savana
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Convertible 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 148 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 2753 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 117 L


 

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