2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 589 kg more than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Yukon | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |