2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
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2004 GMC Yukon | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |