2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 721 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 73 L |
