2008 BMW 550 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 742 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 550 | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5300 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |