2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 558 kg more than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Because 2002 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti EX. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Yukon | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Yukon | EX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2799 mm |
