2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M3 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |