2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon 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 192 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 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 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2009 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | GMC | Daewoo |
| Model | Yukon | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
