2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 119 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.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Q7 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
