2005 GMC Savana vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana 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 58 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 842 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
