2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 179 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 855 kg more than 2001 Nissan Xterra. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
