2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 2123 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 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Yukon | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
