2003 BMW 530 vs. 2003 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2003 BMW 530 and 2003 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra. 2003 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2003 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
