2008 BMW 650 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 650 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3280 mm |