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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
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 | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
