2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 7 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 104 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 BMW 520. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | 520 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |