2006 BMW X3 vs. 2001 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2001 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
