2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Civic | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |