2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |