2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.

Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Yukon 2009 Nissan Qashqai
Make GMC Nissan
Model Yukon Qashqai
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 292 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 15.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 65 L


 

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