2012 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 537 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Highlander | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Highlander | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 119 L |
