2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 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 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Yukon | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 2364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |
