2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
