2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1258 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
