2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 691 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |