2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 727 kg more than 2011 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Yukon | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1886 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |