2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2011 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. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 911 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
