2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Yukon | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
