2007 GMC Savana vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 854 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
