2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 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 136 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 616 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Yukon | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |