2006 BMW 650 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 650 | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |