2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | R-D6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 95 L |
