2007 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 677 kg more than 2007 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1927 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
