2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 656 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
