2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |