2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Yukon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 148 L |