2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 820 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke, 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Yukon 2012 Nissan Juke
Make GMC Nissan
Model Yukon Juke
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 332 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1321 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 50 L


 

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