2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 3 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 351 kg more than 2011 BMW 520. 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 520 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |