2000 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1997 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Fusca | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Fusca | Yukon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |