2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 BMW 645
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 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 645 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 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 851 kg more than 2008 BMW 645. 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2008 BMW 645 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | 645 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2666 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
