2009 BMW 135 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 706 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 135 | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |