2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 GMC Yukon XL
When we compare the 2009 Acura MDX's and the 2009 GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2009 GMC Yukon XL has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2009 Acura MDX's and the 2009 GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Acura MDX is a better car than the 2009 GMC Yukon XL.
2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 GMC Yukon XL Pricing
A used 2009 Acura MDX ranges from $5,992 to $13,991 while a used 2009 GMC Yukon XL is priced between $6,074 to $16,420.
2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 GMC Yukon XL Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2009 Acura MDX loses 53.7 percent of its value and the 2009 GMC Yukon XL loses 46.9 percent of its value. This means the 2009 GMC Yukon XL retains 6.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2009 Acura MDX.
2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 GMC Yukon XL Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura MDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon XL's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Acura MDX being ranked 1 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the GMC Yukon XL being ranked 7 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 GMC Yukon XL Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura MDX is 9.4 out of 10. For the GMC Yukon XL the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Acura MDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Yukon XL.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2009 Acura MDX’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the 2009 GMC Yukon XL base engine makes 310 horsepower. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The Yukon XL is rated to deliver an average of 12 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 620 miles.This gives the 2009 Acura MDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2009 GMC Yukon XL the advantage in maximum range. The MDX uses gasoline, and the Yukon XL uses ethanol, gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2009 Acura MDX has higher safety ratings than the 2009 GMC Yukon XL, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5992 - 13991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6074 - 16420
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468675
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.931437 / 10
Reliability:
8.79431 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Acura MDX Rankings
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46 out of / 68GMC Yukon XL Rankings
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26 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2009 Acura MDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Sport, SH-AWD w/Sport w/RES, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/Tech w/RES
2009 GMC Yukon XL Trim Levels
Denali, Fleet, Fleet 2500, SLE, SLE 2500, SLT, SLT 2500
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5100 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
10 / 15 / 12
Range (city/hwy):
434 / 620 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
45.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
137.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4539 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
68.2 inches
Length:
190.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5608 lbs
Width:
79.1 inches
Height:
76.8 inches
Length:
222.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17