2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1346 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis, 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Yukon | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2666 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2710 mm |
