2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 328 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
