2010 BMW 325 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 325 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 325 | Savana |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |