2005 BMW 748 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 748. (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 748. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 694 kg more than 2005 BMW 748. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 748 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2604 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3302 mm |