2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. 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 93 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 518 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Yukon | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |