2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Yukon | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
