2009 BMW 550 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP) has 362 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (448 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 550 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5359 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
