2007 BMW 325 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
