2005 BMW 730 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2330 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 | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
