2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 812 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |