2009 BMW 135 vs. 2012 GMC Savana

To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 3 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 985 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 135 2012 GMC Savana
Make BMW GMC
Model 135 Savana
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3100 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 711 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 117 L


 

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