2009 BMW 320 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 320 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 119 L |