2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 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 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 400 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
