2009 BMW 135 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1213 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 135 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 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 | 1320 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
