2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
