2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 18 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |
