2009 BMW 650 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (301 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 650 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
