2006 GMC Savana vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 662 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
