2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 316 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 911 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 119 L |
