2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Yukon | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
