1991 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
