2007 BMW M5 vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M5 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3650 mm |