2005 BMW 525 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1142 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.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 119 L |
