2008 BMW 650 vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 937 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 650 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
