2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Yukon | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 69 L |
