2005 BMW 325 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1073 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
