2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |