2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2002 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Yukon | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
