2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
