2006 BMW 118 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118.
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, 2009 GMC Sierra (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 118 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
