2009 BMW 735 vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2009 BMW 735 and 2009 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 BMW 735. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 735 | 2009 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 735 | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |