GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs Saab 9-7x
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Saab 9-7x
Overview
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SLE 1500 | 4.2i |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,925 | $42,615 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 31 gal (best) | 22 gal |
Performance
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp (best) | 285 hp |
| Torque | 335 lb-ft (best) | 276 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.3 L (best) | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 137.4 cu ft (best) | 80.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 8,100 lbs (best) | 5,600 lbs |
| Payload | 1,526 lbs (best) | 1,230 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,674 lbs | 4,720 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.9 in (best) | 7.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 130 in (best) | 113 in |
| Length | 222.4 in (best) | 193.2 in |
| Width | 79.1 in (best) | 75.4 in |
| Height | 76.8 in (best) | 68.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | GMC Yukon XL 1500 | Saab 9-7x |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SLE 1500 $47,925 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 4.2i $42,615 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SLE 1500 $50,715 MSRP | 5.3i $45,345 MSRP |
| 3 | SLT 1500 $51,100 MSRP | Aero $49,105 MSRP |
| 4 | SLT 1500 $53,835 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Denali $60,985 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Denali $64,070 MSRP | — |
GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs Saab 9-7x FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Saab 9-7x?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs 2009 Saab 9-7x on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Saab 9-7x?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Saab 9-7x starts lower at $42,615.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Saab 9-7x?
- The 2009 Saab 9-7x leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,615).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Saab 9-7x?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Saab 9-7x?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (403).
- Which has better seats: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Saab 9-7x?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Saab 9-7x?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,100).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs 2009 Saab 9-7x?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: GMC Yukon XL 1500 (4/5 NHTSA overall).