2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 6 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, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 BMW 750.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 750. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 750 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |
