2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 2008 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |