2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 492 kg more than 2008 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 335 2008 GMC Yukon
Make BMW GMC
Model 335 Yukon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 2142 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 98 L


 

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