2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1582 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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 Scion xD 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | GMC | Scion |
| Model | Yukon | xD |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
