2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 458 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Yukon | STS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2957 mm |
