2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra.
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 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 550 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
