2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sierra | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Sierra | X6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2933 mm |