2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Yukon | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
