2009 BMW X6 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X6 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
