2004 BMW 330 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1319 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 148 L |
