2006 BMW 650 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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (355 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 709 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 650 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |