2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 190 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Yukon | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Yukon | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
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 | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 67 L |