2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 750. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |
