2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
