2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2009 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Yukon | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Yukon | 325 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2673 kg | 1495 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 |