2004 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 728 kg more than 2004 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 545 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |