2009 BMW X6 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 X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 BMW X6.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
