2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Yukon | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |