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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 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 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 6162 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |