2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 984 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Yukon | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | 325 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2624 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |