2009 BMW M5 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 779 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M5 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
