2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai i20 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 233 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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, 2011 Hyundai i20, 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 GMC Yukon | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Yukon | i20 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |