2012 Audi RS5 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi RS5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi RS5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 892 kg more than 2012 Audi RS5.
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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi RS5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi RS5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi RS5 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | RS5 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 119 L |
