2009 BMW 125 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 125 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 125 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |