2013 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2013 GMC Yukon and 2013 Jeep Compass 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 157 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2013 GMC Yukon | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Yukon | Compass |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2539 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1954 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 51 L |