2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |