2009 GMC Savana vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 952 kg more than 2010 BMW 328.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Savana | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Savana | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |