2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 801 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 2008 BMW 335 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |