2007 BMW 325 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1370 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 148 L |
