2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 182 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 2009 Honda Civic. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Yukon | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 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 | 2435 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |