2004 GMC Savana vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 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, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2004 GMC Savana. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 717 kg more than 2013 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Savana. (441 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | M5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 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 | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2889 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
