2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2933 mm |
