2004 BMW 630 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 630 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 314 kg more than 2004 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 630 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
