2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 452 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |