2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2011 GMC Yukon and 2011 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Yukon | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 70 L |
