2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Alpina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
