2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 710 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |
