2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1594 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (448 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
