2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2148 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |