2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 685 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Highlander | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Highlander | Yukon |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 148 L |