2007 GMC Savana vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana 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 78 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Savana | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Savana | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |