2008 BMW 740 vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 BMW 740.
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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 2000 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 740 | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |