2005 BMW 545 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 908 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 545 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |