2009 BMW X5 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
