2011 BMW 335 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 335 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 931 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 335 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 335 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |