2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1348 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z4 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
