2007 GMC Savana vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 363 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (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 X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
