2004 GMC Savana vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2004 GMC Savana. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 418 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Savana. (448 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 640 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
