2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |