2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 520. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 520 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
