2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 973 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 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 (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Yukon | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |