2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1313 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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 Citroen Xsara, 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Yukon | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | GMC | Citroen |
Model | Yukon | Xsara |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2604 kg | 1291 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |