2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 832 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 51 L |
