2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Kia Rio

To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 4 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio.

Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Yukon 2010 Kia Rio
Make GMC Kia
Model Yukon Rio
Year Released 2006 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4249 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 45 L


 

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