2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Solara 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 133 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2002 Toyota Solara. 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 2002 Toyota Solara. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Yukon | Solara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |