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. Both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2009 GMC Yukon are equipped with a 5,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 948 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm @ 4100 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 | 5999 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
