2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 188 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 304 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Yukon 2010 Jeep Commander
Make GMC Jeep
Model Yukon Commander
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6162 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 403 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2659 kg 2355 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 80 L


 

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