2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2012 GMC Yukon and 2012 Lexus RX 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 616 kg more than 2012 Lexus RX. 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 Lexus RX, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Yukon | RX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2666 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
