2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
