2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |