2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |