2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 GMC Yukon.
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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
