2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina 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 189 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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 1998 Toyota Carina. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Yukon | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |