2007 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 626 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 320 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |