2004 Kia Amanti vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 966 kg more than 2004 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Amanti | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Amanti | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |
