2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 268 kg more than 2011 GMC Yukon.
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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Yukon | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Yukon | Yukon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2551 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 148 L |