2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |
