1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 921 kg more than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Roadmaster.
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1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Roadmaster | Yukon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2771 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |