2008 BMW 116 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 116 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 116 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
