2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (335 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 828 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (510 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 525 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |