2009 BMW X5 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
