2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 2008 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2001 Caterham Beaulieu has manual transmission. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Caterham | GMC |
| Model | Beaulieu | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 98 L |
