2003 BMW X5 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 338 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |