2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 738 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X3 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |