1999 Kia Rio vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio 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 299 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1748 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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 1999 Kia Rio. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Rio | Yukon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3302 mm |