2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 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 | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
