2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari 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 133 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
