2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 925 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Equinox | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 119 L |
