2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | Z4 | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |