2009 BMW 318 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
