2006 GMC Savana vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 693 kg more than 2010 BMW 135.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 135 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
