2005 BMW 730 vs. 2004 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 1 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (295 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 378 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Savana. (448 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2004 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
