2005 BMW 730 vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. 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 BMW 730 (500 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
