2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 2001 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Yukon | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
