2010 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SC would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Yukon | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Yukon | SC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2533 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2610 mm |
