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Amarok V8 vs Yukon XL SLT

Volkswagen · GMC

1/4 Mile winner
Yukon XL SLT
Beats the Amarok V8 by 0.08s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Yukon XL SLT beats the Amarok V8 by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Yukon XL SLT thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
325 hp
355 hp
0–100 km/h
7.4s
7.3s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
4.0L V8 Turbo Diesel
5.3L V8 engine
Fuel
Diesel
Petrol
Torque
580 Nm
519 Nm
Price
$70,000
$65,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Amarok V8
Yukon XL SLT
100 m
6.891s
6.849s
1/8 mile
10.194s
10.135s
1/4 mile
15.340s
15.259s
1 km
27.557s
27.439s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Yukon XL SLT is $65,000 vs $70,000 for the Amarok V8 — a $5,000 gap. Power: Yukon XL SLT makes 30 hp more (325 vs 355). 0–100 km/h: Yukon XL SLT is 0.10s quicker (7.4s vs 7.3s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Amarok V8 or the Yukon XL SLT?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Yukon XL SLT is faster, beating the Amarok V8 by 0.08 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Amarok V8 vs the Yukon XL SLT?

The Amarok V8 hits 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds, while the Yukon XL SLT does it in 7.3 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Amarok V8 produces 325 hp; the Yukon XL SLT produces 355 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Amarok V8 tops out at 210 km/h, and the Yukon XL SLT reaches 210 km/h.

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