2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X Coupe | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
