2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yukon | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
