2009 Honda Fit vs. 2012 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Fit 2012 GMC Yukon
Make Honda GMC
Model Fit Yukon
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 2573 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 5649 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1951 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3302 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 117 L


 

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