2013 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2013 GMC Yukon and 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. 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 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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2013 GMC Yukon | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Yukon | Sonata |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2771 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1955 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |