2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
