2003 BMW 318 vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2003 BMW 318 and 2003 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,131 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (618 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318. 2003 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 8131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
