2010 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Traverse and 2010 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Traverse | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Traverse | Yukon |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |