2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS.
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, 2005 Lexus IS (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Yukon | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |