2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 515 kg more than 1997 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1997 BMW 730 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 730 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
