2006 BMW 118 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 777 kg more than 2006 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 118 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |