Yellow vs Sunpetal

How close are they?

ΔE 7.2, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Sunpetal is a little lighter, more saturated than Yellow.

Can I use Sunpetal instead of Yellow?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Sunpetal is a little lighter, more saturated than Yellow.

Can I use Yellow instead of Sunpetal?

The same difference applies the other way round: Yellow is a little darker, more muted.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.