2008 BMW 118 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 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118.
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 (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 118 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
