2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 489 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |