2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Yukon | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4820 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2893 mm |