2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2856 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |