2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2009 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 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Aveo | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |