2008 BMW 530 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
