2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (393 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 325 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |