2007 BMW 530 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 869 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 530 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 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 | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |