2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |