2008 BMW 745 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 372 kg more than 2008 BMW 745.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 745 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
