1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Chronos | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3302 mm |
