2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | CLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
