2008 BMW 650 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 987 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 650 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
