2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.

Because 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2012 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 2012 GMC Yukon
Make Honda GMC
Model Civic Yukon
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 403 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1953 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 98 L