2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 900 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
