2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 937 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |