2005 BMW 740 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 BMW 740 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 740 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |