2006 BMW 530 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
