2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS 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 109 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1213 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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 (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2001 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2001 Lexus IS 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 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Yukon | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
