2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2001 GMC Yukon and 2001 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis. 2001 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Yukon | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
