2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320.
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 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
