2009 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2009 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 745 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
