2008 BMW 530 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
