2007 GMC Savana vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 318 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
