2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Opel Agila

To start off, both 2012 GMC Yukon and 2012 Opel Agila 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 (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1735 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. 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 Opel Agila, 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 (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Agila 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 Opel Agila
Make GMC Opel
Model Yukon Agila
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 1229 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 352 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 517 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2790 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 5649 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 2009 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1951 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3302 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 148 L 41 L


 

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