1998 BMW 320 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320.
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, 2009 GMC Yukon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 320 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |