2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
