2012 BMW 520 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 647 kg more than 2012 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 520 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 520 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |