2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 645 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
