2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Yukon | R8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
