2000 BMW 318 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1449 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 148 L |
