2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 Lexus SC 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2009 Lexus SC | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Yukon | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |