2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |