2001 BMW 318 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
