2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
