2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 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 (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 118 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 51 L |
