2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Acura MDX
When comparing the 2012 GMC Yukon's and the 2012 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2012 GMC Yukon has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2012 Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2012 GMC Yukon's and the 2012 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Acura MDX is a better car than the 2012 GMC Yukon.
2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Acura MDX Pricing
A used 2012 GMC Yukon ranges from $9,929 to $21,996 while a used 2012 Acura MDX is priced between $8,500 to $18,996.
2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Acura MDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 GMC Yukon loses 43.6 percent of its value and the 2012 Acura MDX loses 53.7 percent of its value. This means the 2012 GMC Yukon retains 10.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 Acura MDX.
2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Acura MDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Yukon is 8.1 out of 10 while the Acura MDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the GMC Yukon being ranked 5 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the Acura MDX being ranked 1 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs.
2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Acura MDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Yukon is 8.8 out of 10. For the Acura MDX the reliability rating is 9.4 out of 10. This gives the Acura MDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Yukon.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 GMC Yukon’s base engine makes 320 horsepower, and the 2012 Acura MDX base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Yukon is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 441 miles.This gives the 2012 Acura MDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 GMC Yukon the advantage in maximum range. The Yukon uses ethanol, gasoline, and the MDX uses gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2012 Acura MDX has higher safety ratings than the 2012 GMC Yukon, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9929 - 21996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436011
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8500 - 18996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
GMC Yukon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.109338 / 10
Reliability:
8.828015 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon Rankings
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23 out of / 25Acura MDX Rankings
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1 out of / 68Ranking
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46 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 GMC Yukon Trim Levels
Denali, Fleet, SLE, SLT
2012 Acura MDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Advance w/RES, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/Tech w/RES
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
320 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 16 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 441 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
16.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
108.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5448 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
76.9 inches
Length:
202 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4550 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
68.2 inches
Length:
191.6 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/55R18