2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. 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, 2012 Seat Exeo, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 GMC Yukon | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Yukon | Exeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2533 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2642 mm |