2005 BMW 325 vs. 2002 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 776 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2002 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
