2006 BMW 745 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 568 kg more than 2006 BMW 745. 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 745 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |