2008 BMW 550 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 893 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 550 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |