2005 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 740 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |