2009 GMC Savana vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 2 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 125 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
