2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Vizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Vizon would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon will offer significantly more control. 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 (565 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (407 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Vizon | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
