2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 128 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Yukon | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2533 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
