2004 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 BMW X5.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |
