2005 BMW 740 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 740 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
