2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 938 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 368 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |