2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |