2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 945 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |