2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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.

Compare all specifications:

2010 GMC Yukon 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
Make GMC Chevrolet
Model Yukon Corvette
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 424 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 575 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2652 kg 1492 kg
Vehicle Length 5649 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2009 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1951 mm 1236 mm
Wheelbase Size 3302 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 68 L


 

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