2009 GMC Savana vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1222 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
