2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. 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 X5. 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 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
