2009 BMW 550 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (355 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 777 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 550 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
