2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 8 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
