2007 GMC Savana vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Savana | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |