2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 902 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
