2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Yukon | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
