2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 5 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2009 BMW 630. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 806 kg more than 2009 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Yukon (448 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 630 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
