2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
