2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 BMW 550.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Yukon. 2001 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 550 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2969 mm |
