2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 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), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1793 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.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
