2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | C |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2666 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
