2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto 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 267 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1733 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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, 2002 Kia Visto, 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Yukon | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Yukon | Visto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2533 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2390 mm |
