2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 877 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 550 | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5963 cc |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |