2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2810 mm |
