2013 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, both 2013 GMC Yukon and 2013 Nissan Cube 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 196 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 Nissan Cube. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Cube 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.
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2013 GMC Yukon | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Yukon | Cube |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2642 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1962 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 50 L |