2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |