2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Honda Jazz

To start off, both 2012 GMC Yukon and 2012 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1619 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz 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 2012 Honda Jazz
Make GMC Honda
Model Yukon Jazz
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 332 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 497 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 4-speed automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2666 kg 1047 kg
Vehicle Length 5131 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 2009 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1953 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2946 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 42 L


 

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