2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 394 kg more than 2003 Infiniti M.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti M. (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Yukon | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 451 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 | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
