2008 BMW 550 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 917 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 550 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |