2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 525 | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |