2006 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 324 kg more than 2006 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 745 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
