2003 BMW 545 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 834 kg more than 2003 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 545 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 545 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |