2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 293 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Yukon | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2533 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |