2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, both 2010 GMC Yukon and 2010 Chevrolet Nubira were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1564 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira, 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 (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 GMC Yukon | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Yukon | Nubira |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2819 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 60 L |