2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 85 L |
