2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 529 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Phaeton | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 148 L |
