2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2002 GMC Yukon and 2002 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 GMC Yukon 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make GMC Toyota
Model Yukon Corolla
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4820 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm


 

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