2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 847 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z9 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2946 mm |
