2005 BMW 730 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra

To start off, both 2005 BMW 730 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 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 594 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 730 2005 GMC Sierra
Make BMW GMC
Model 730 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 225 HP 300 HP
Torque 500 Nm 489 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 2569 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 6270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 4010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 129 L


 

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