2008 GMC Savana vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 18 kg more than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7.
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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
