2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Sierra. (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
