2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Yukon | MKS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
