2007 BMW 550 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 625 kg more than 2007 BMW 550. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 550 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |