2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 283 kg more than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
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2006 GMC Yukon | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |