2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yukon | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2539 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 129 L |
