2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 925 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJR. (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Yukon | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
