2007 BMW M5 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 747 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M5 | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |