2012 GMC Savana vs. 2010 BMW X6
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 X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X6 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Savana | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | X6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2361 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
