2006 GMC Savana vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 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 448 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
