2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Armada |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2666 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 105 L |
