2007 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel GT 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 (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Opel GT. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1455 kg more than 2007 Opel GT. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel GT. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel GT has manual transmission. 2007 Opel GT 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 Opel GT | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | GT | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 148 L |
