2007 BMW 523 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 448 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 523 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
