2005 GMC Savana vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (189 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 407 kg more than 2002 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |
