2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | CLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
