2009 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. 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 (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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.
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2009 BMW 335 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 335 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 148 L |