2004 BMW M3 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (292 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (305 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
