2005 BMW 330 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 533 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
