2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 781 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
