2013 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2013 GMC Yukon and 2013 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 134 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2013 GMC Yukon 2013 Honda Accord
Make GMC Honda
Model Yukon Accord
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2356 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 99 mm
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type 6-speed automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2642 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 5649 mm 4805 mm
Vehicle Width 2009 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1962 mm 1436 mm
Wheelbase Size 3302 mm 2725 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.5 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 119 L 65 L


 

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