2007 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1221 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |