2004 BMW 520 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 520 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 691 kg more than 2004 BMW 520. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 520. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 520 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 520 | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |