2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (292 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
