2012 BMW X3 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 521 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |
