2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C

To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Yukon 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
Make GMC McLaren
Model Yukon MP4-12C
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5328 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 592 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 455 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2613 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4506 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1199 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2670 mm


 

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