2009 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Malibu | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2771 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |