2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
