2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 421 kg more than 2011 BMW 525. 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 2011 BMW 525. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
