2009 BMW 650 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 4 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 650 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 295 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |