2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 1 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 932 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.

Compare all specifications:

2011 GMC Terrain 2010 GMC Yukon
Make GMC GMC
Model Terrain Yukon
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 497 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 2692 kg
Vehicle Length 4707 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1849 mm 2007 mm
Wheelbase Size 2858 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 91 L


 

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