2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 800 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | Q7 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 6161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |