2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 4 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 14 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
