2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 954 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
