2007 BMW X5 vs. 2002 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2002 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
