2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Yukon would be higher. 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 248 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1609 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dacia Duster, 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Duster 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 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | GMC | Dacia |
Model | Yukon | Duster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2809 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2673 mm |