2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2012 GMC Yukon and 2012 Tata Indica 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 247 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1661 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 Tata Indica, 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica 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 Tata Indica
Make GMC Tata
Model Yukon Indica
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 332 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 497 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
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 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 5131 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 2009 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1953 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2946 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 37 L


 

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