2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 10 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, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M6. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | M6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2851 mm |
