2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 646 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Yukon | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2799 mm |
