2006 BMW 525 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
