2008 BMW 535 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2008 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 535 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
