2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Yukon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 64 L |
