2008 BMW 323 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 BMW 323 and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 651 kg more than 2008 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 323 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
