2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 3 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 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 93 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 325. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
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 | 310 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |