2008 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
