2006 GMC Savana vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
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 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Savana | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |