2013 GMC Yukon SL vs. 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid
To start off, both 2013 GMC Yukon SL and 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon SL. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 GMC Yukon SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Yukon SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid 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 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon SL. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 GMC Yukon SL | 2013 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2471 kg | 2771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1954 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |
