2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 BMW 750.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 750. 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 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 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 750 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 82 L |
