1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet APV. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | APV | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3302 mm |
