2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
