2006 BMW 650 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 411 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 650 | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |