2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1431 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 91 L |