2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2011 GMC Yukon and 2011 Lada Niva 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 (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1398 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Niva 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Yukon | Niva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2683 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
