2007 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 553 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.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |
