2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
