2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. 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 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 530 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |