2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 637 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Yukon | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |