2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1227 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | GMC | Scion |
| Model | Yukon | xD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
