2003 BMW X5 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 247 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (400 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 129 L |
