2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
