2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (288 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 371 kg more than 2002 Infiniti Q45. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Yukon | Q45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |