2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |
