2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1569 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2809 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 55 L |
