2005 BMW 318 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 954 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
