2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 951 kg more than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LaCrosse | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 148 L |
