2004 GMC Savana vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 807 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
