2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |