2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2011 GMC Yukon and 2011 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 GMC Yukon | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Yukon | Maverick |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |