2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 591 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Yukon 2010 Subaru Forester
Make GMC Subaru
Model Yukon Forester
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 332 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.8 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.4 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 64 L


 

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