2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 GMC Yukon.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2933 mm |
