2005 BMW M6 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 BMW M6.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M6. (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |
