2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 85 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1293 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |
