2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
