2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 228 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 129 L |
