2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1211 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Yukon | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Yukon | Leon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2471 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |