2008 BMW X3 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 585 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.
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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |
