2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Cruze | Yukon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |