2003 BMW 645 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 737 kg more than 2003 BMW 645. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 645 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |
